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Summer of Play: Orienteering

Try orienteering as part of Summer of Play at the Moorland Discovery Centre.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

On Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer holiday, join in the drop in activities in the Moorland Discovery Centre. Ideal for children age 5-11, families of all ages welcome. Free of charge, no booking required. Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

Use a simple map to find all the checkpoints, in this family-friendly introduction to orienteering.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome, must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Moorland Discovery Centre, accessed from Woodcroft car park.

What to bring and wear

Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear for being outside in the summer.

Accessibility

Accessible parking is available in Woodcroft car park. There is a slope down to the Moorland Discovery Centre itself, where there is an accessible toilet and baby change.

Upcoming events

Event

Summer of Play at Longshaw 

Try your hand at crafts, games and sports this summer. in the grounds of the Moorland Discovery Centre.

Event summary

on
29 Jul to 27 Aug 2025
at
09:30 to 15:30
+ 9 other dates or times
Event

Free Wednesday Social Walks 

Come along each Wednesday morning for a free social walk around Longshaw, led by experienced guides who know the area.

Event summary

on
30 Jul to 29 Oct 2025
at
10:30 to 13:00
+ 13 other dates or times
Event

Summer family: Free family summer science sessions 

Come and learn some scientific techniques to identify plants species growing at Longshaw. Perfect for families with children age 10+.

Event summary

on
31 Jul to 21 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 11:30
+ 5 other dates or times
Event

Summer of Play: Soft archery 

Try your hand at archery, with a short lesson and practice session at the Moorland Discovery Centre.

Event summary

on
5 Aug to 27 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 15:30
+ 3 other dates or times